Illinois Valley I like your valley with its beautiful hills Its friendly people and the old sawmills, I like the rushing waters of the old Illinois Its a real temptation to man or boy, , God created this valley with care For the lovely people who are dwelling there. I like to visit your peaceful towns Where people wear smiles instead of frowns, They may have gripes but I have never heard Anyone utter a discouraging word, Its always a pleasure to take a whirl Through Illinois Valley, pride of the world. Ranchers, businessmen, and loggers agree Its a beautiful place for the tourists to see, You are proud of your schools and churches too, And proud of the youngsters loyal and true, Hats off to you of this valley land May the good Lord lend you a guiding hand. Follow the Caves Highway to a mountain top high Where the mountain jays screech and night winds sigh, Here to the traveler God has unfurled Another wonder of His grand old world As startling to us as to old Indian Braves The matchless wonders of the Oregon caves. Your community spirit is something grand Equal to the best in any land, Your clean little towns are awork of art Beauty that will touch the travelers heart And let me say to the people so great It s the cutest Valley in our grand old State. By Chester A. Purcell, Sunny Vallev
Posted on: Thu, 01 Jan 2015 04:02:47 +0000